Behavioral Health Specialist - Delta-T Group Inc.

Delta-T Group is a nationwide provider of interim staffing referrals and workforce solutions within the K12 education, social service, behavioral health, substance abuse and disability fields. We connect caring professionals with rich and rewarding client opportunities.

This position manages and maintains the safety of the individuals and staff. Takes vitals and assists individuals in meeting their needs while on the unit by providing exceptional customer service. Documents services provided and significant interactions in the electronic health record.

CLIENT'S DESCRIPTION OF RESPONSIBILITIES
*Conducts security screening and inventories property of individuals upon admission to the facility. Provides orientation to the Observation Unit and Short-term Inpatient Unit. Educates individuals on their rights under DBHDS and DMAS regulations, grievance process, provides expectations, and explains rules and regulations.
*Maintains safety of the unit.
*Intervenes with escalated individuals using therapeutic techniques for de-escalation and performs restraints or seclusions (if applicable) when needed to ensure the individual’s safety and the safety of others. Completes 1-to-1 on a individual in seclusion or mechanical restraints for 15 minutes.
*Lifts, moves and transports individuals, using proper body mechanics or accident prevention. Assists individuals with activities of daily living to include eating, bathing, dressing, toileting and transferring.
*Conducts and documents individual's vitals and reports all questionable results to the RN/Physician attending the individual. Conducts and documents all BAL, urine drug screens and urine pregnancy tests.
*Attends court ordered hearings when subpoenaed and be a witness on a petition and provide testimony at court ordered hearing.
*Documents all services and significant individual interactions in the electronic health record. Monitors and documents individuals every 15 minutes.
*Responsible for maintaining and ensuring the cleanliness of the facility and designated assigned unit. Performs light cleaning of interior center, collects soiled linen, and launders individuals clothing when needed.
*Performs all other duties as assigned.


CLIENT'S DESCRIPTION OF QUALIFICATIONS
*High school diploma or equivalent
*1 year of behavioral health experience
*Certified training (Safe Clinch, therapeutic options, etc.) Perferred
*Completion of CNA or Patient Care Tech program, Perferred
*Completion of BHT certification,Perferred

DTG ADVANTAGES
* Work with one of the nation's largest behavioral health referral agencies
* Flexible schedule as a Contractor. Choose assignments that best fit your schedule.
* Ability to grow professionally

COMPANY OVERVIEW
Delta-T Group's mission is to provide cost-effective, reliable, and innovative staffing solutions for social services, behavioral health, allied health and special education staffing, for the betterment of those
needing care and support.